On the Titans’ final offensive play Sunday, quarterback Will Levis dropped back in the pocket, hopeful of converting a third-and-seven to extend Tennessee’s initial overtime possession.
Instead, Levis was not only taken down, but twisted like a pretzel, left lying limp on the ground as the Houston Texans celebrated the seventh sack of their 19-16 overtime win over the Titans.
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